MPR News Update

More bad news on gambling revenue; resistance to a hospital merger; SPCO season in jeopardy

The funding mechanism for the state's share of a new Vikings stadium continues to have problems. Locked-out St. Paul Chamber Orchestra musicians have rejected management's latest contract offer. And the University of Minnesota is halting talks with potential donors that might have a conflict of interest in the possible merger between Minneapolis-based Fairview Health Services and Sanford Health.

Vikings stadium: More troubling gambling revenue numbers Attorney general questions proposed Fairview-Sanford merger DFLers to file bill aimed at stalling U of M hospital deal Mayor Coleman lobbies SPCO musicians to take deal After outcry and with clock ticking, art college board weighs options Job applicants and social media: Employers take 'eyes wide shut' approach GOP Chair hails new beginning for state party Flurry of budget work to hit Capitol Volunteers fill 476,000 sandbags in Fargo Stanek to consult with Obama in D.C. on gun proposals Alan Page unveiling children's book at his foundation's gala Jay Cooke's swinging bridge due back by fall